engine oil OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1994 Owner's Manual

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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Crankcase (All Models) ......................................... 4 quarts
When changing filter, up to 112 quart (1/2 liter) more oil may be needed.
Use
your dipstick to measure.
Automatic Transaxle ..........................................................
When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Pan Removal and Replacement .......................................... 4 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
.................................................. 7 quarts
3-Speed:
4-Speed:
Pan Removal and Replacement .......................................... 6 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
.................................................. 8 quarts
Cooling System
3100 V6 Engine:
3800 V6 Engine:
With Air Conditioning ........................................................ 12.50 quarts
With Air Conditioning ........................................................ 11.50 quarts
With Rear Climate Control
................................................ 13 .OO quarts
3.75 L
3.80 L
6.60 L
5.70 L
7.60 L
12.00 L
10.75
L
12.25 L
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
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Service & Appearance Care
Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ...........................................
Type ................................................................
Displacement ..................................................
Compression Ratio .......... ....... .. .. .. ..... .............
Firing Order ...................... .. ....................... ... ..
Thermostat Temperature Specification . . . . . . . . .
31 00 V6 Engine
D
V6
3.1 Liters
8.5:1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195°F (91°C)
3800 V6 Engine
1
V6
3.8 Liters
9.0:
1
1-6-5-4-3-2
195°F (91°C)
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element ....................................... AC Type A-773C AC Type A-974C
Engine
Oil Filter ............................................. AC Type PF-51 AC Type PF-47
PCV Valve
................. .. ................... .... ... . . . ...... AC Type CV-789C AC Type CV-892C
Spark Plugs
...... . , . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Type oR43TS AC Type 41-600
Remote Lock Control Batteries (2)
............... DL 2016 DL 2016
Gap: 0.045
inch (1.14
mm) Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
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Fluids & Lubricants
ITEM
Antifreeze Coolant ...............................
(Ethylene Glycol Base) ......................
Chassis Lubricant ................................
(Grease Gun Insert)
Delco Supreme
ll@ Brake Fluid .........
Automatic Transmission Fluid ............
DEXRONO-I11 ...................................
DEXRONO-IIE ...................................
Engine Oil .............................................
GM Engine Oil Supplement ................
Lubriplate (White Grease) ...................
Engine Oil .............................................
Windshield Washer Solvent .................
Power Steering Fluid ...........................
(E.O.S.)
(Normal)
(Cold Climate)
Power
Steering Fluid
...........................
APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER
Year-round antifreeze for ......................... 1052753
General chassis lube, etc.
........................ 12346003 or
coolant mixtures
1052497
Brake System
........................................... 1052535
Automatic Transaxle
................................................................... 12346143 32 oz. (1.0 L)
................................................................... 12345881 32 oz. (1 .O L)
Engine lubrication ................................... See Engine Oil in this section.
See your dealer for advice
....................... 1052367 16 oz. (0.5 L)
Sliding door tracks
.................................. 1052349 (aerosol) 12 oz. (340.2 g)
Hood, liftgate and door hinges
................
Windshield washer fluid ..........................
Power Steering System ........................... 1050017
1052884
Power Steering System
........................... 12345867
SIZE
1 gal. (3.8 L)
14 oz. (397 g)
16
02. (0.5 L)
32 oz. (1.0
L)
16 oz. (0.5 L)
32 oz. (1 .O L)
(System must 'be drained and refilled.) ................................................................. 12345866
Silicone Grease Weatherstrips 12345579
Lubricant 1052277
.................................... ...........................................
......... Spray-A-Squeak Silicone .................... General purpose silicone lubricant 1052276 (aerosol) 16
oz. (0.5 L)
1 oz. (28 g)
4.5
oz. (127 g)
12
oz. (0.35 L)
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Muintenunce Schedule
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Schedule I
Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is
MAINLY driven under one or more of
the following conditions:
When most trips are less than 4 miles
When most trips are less than 10
(6
ltm)
.
miles (16 ltrn) and outside
temperatures remain below freezing.
When most trips include extended
idling and/or frequent low-speed
operation, as in stop-and-go traffic.
When towing a trailer.
When operating in dusty areas.
Schedule I should also be followed if
the vehicle is used for delivery service,
police, taxi
or other commercial
applications.
::: = An Emission Control Service.
j- = The U.S. Emiyonmental Protection Agency
or the California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure
to pelform this
maintenance item will
not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior
to the completion of vehicle useful life.
General Motors, however, urges that all
recommended maintenance services be
pelformed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded in “Section
E:
Maintenance Record.”
ITEM TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM
No* See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Miles (Kilometers) or Months
Services
following Schedules I and 11. (whichever occurs firsl).
1 Engine Oil Change & Oil Filter Change* Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Montl~s..
2 Chassis Lubrication Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 lm) or 12 Months.
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Maintenance Schedule
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Explanation of Scheduled
Maintenance Services
Following are explanations of the
services listed in Schedule I and
Schedule 11.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use
are listed in Section D. Make sure
whoever services your vehicle uses
these. All parts should be replaced and
all necessary repairs done before you or
anyone else drives the vehicle.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1. Engine Oil and Filter Change* -
Always use SH or SG Energy
Conserving
I1 oils of proper viscosity.
The
“SH” or “SG” designation may
be shown alone
or in combination
with others, such as “SH/CD,”
“SH,
SG, CD,” “SG/CD,” etc. To
determine the preferred viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine (e.g.,
SAE 5W-
30 or SAE 10W-30), see
Engine Oil
in the Index.
2. Chassis Lubrication - Lubricate
suspension and steering linkage.
Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage,
and parking brake cable guides,
underbody contact points and
linkage.
3. Tire and Wheel Rotation and
Inspection
- For proper wear and
maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following the instructions in this
manual. See
Tires, Inspection E.
Rotation in the Index. Check the
tires for uneven wear
or damage. If
you see irregular or premature wear,
check the wheel alignment. Check for
damaged wheels also.
Engine Accessory Drive Inspection
- Inspect the drive belt for cracks,
fraying, wear and proper tension.
Replace as needed.
I
Cooling System Servicee - Drain,
flush and refill the system with new
or approved recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification
I
1825M. Keep coolant at the proper 1
mixture as specified. See Coolant in
the
Index. This provides proper
freeze and boil protection, corrosion
I
inhibitor level and maintains proper ’
engine operating temperature.
Inspect hoses
and replace if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated.
Tighten screw-type hose clamps.
Clean the outside of the radiator and
air conditioning condenser. Wash tht
pressure cap and neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we
recommend
a pressure test of both the
cooling system and the pressure cap.
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6. Transaxle Service - Change both
the fluid and filter every
15,000 miles
(25 000 ltm) if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the
outside temperature regularly
reaches
90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police
car or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under
any of these conditions, change both
the
fluid and filter every 100,000 miles
(166 000 ltm) .
7. Spark Plug Replacement::' -
Replace spark plugs with the proper
type. See
Replacement Parts in the
Index.
8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection''-
Inspect for burns, cracks or other
damage. Check the boot fit at the
distributor or coils and at the spark
plugs. Replace wires
as needed.
9. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
System 1nspection':t
- Conduct
the
EGR system service as described
in the service manual.
To purchase a
service manual, see
Service
Publications
in the Index.
IO. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement+-
Replace every 30,000 miles
(50 000 ltm) or more often under
dusty conditions.
Ask your dealer
for the proper replacement intervals
for your driving conditions.
11. Air Cleaner Inspection''? - Inspect
all hoses and ducts for proper
hookup. Make sure the valve works
properly.
1nspection';:t - Inspect fuel tank,
cap and lines for damage
or leaks.
Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even
filler neck imprint or any damage.
Replace parts as needed. Periodic
replacement of the fuel filter
is not
required.
12. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines
13. Engine Timing and Distributor
Check
(3100 Code D engine
only)'xt
- Adjust the timing to the
underhood label specifications.
Inspect the inside and outside
of the
distributor cap and rotor for cracks,
carbon tracking and corrosion.
Clean or replace as needed.
NOTE: To determine your engine's
displacement and code, see
Engine
Identification
in the Index.
': = An Enzission Control Service.
t = The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
or the California Air Resources Boa1.d has
determined that the failure
to pelform this
maintenance item will
not nullify the
emission warranty
or limit recall liability
prior
to fhe completion of ~~ehicle useful life.
General
Motors: however, urges that all
recornmended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded
in "Section E:
Maintenance Record."
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Section B: Owner Checks and Services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle,
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be malte Sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section
D.
performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle.
Each Fuel Fill (It is important
for you or a service station attendant to perform
these underhood
checks at each fuel fill.)
I
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See Coolant in the
Engine Index for further details.
CHECK
OR SERVICE
I
WHAT TO DO
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil in the Index for
further details.
Engine
Oil Level
Windshield Washer Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
Fluid Level necessary. See
Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details. I
It Leasf Once a Month
CHECK
OR SERVICE
I
WHAT TO DO I
Tire Inflation I
Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Certification/
Tire label located
on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See Tires in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck
I
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 15 hours of tape play. See Audio Systems in
the
Index for further details.
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Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM
dealer.
USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil API service
SH or SG Energy Conserving I1
oils of the proper viscosity. The “SH”or “SG” designation
may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH,SG,CD,” “SG/CD,”\

etc. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see
Engine OiZ in the Index.
Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of water (preferably distilled) and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part No. 1052753 or equivalent) conforming
to GM Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M.
Hydraulic Brake Svstem
I Delco Supreme 1 lo Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Guides
Power Steering
System I
I GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent)
Automatic Transaxle DEXRONo-I11 or DEXRONo-IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid.
ICey oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277).
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No.
12345120), synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
Automatic Transaxle
Shift Linkage
Engine oil.
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USAGE
Chassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer Solvent
Hood Latch Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring
b. Release Pawl
Anchor
Hood and Door
Hinges, Rear Folding
Seat, Fuel Door Hinge,
Rear Compartment
Lid Hinges
Sliding Door Track
Weatherstrips
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
GM Optildeen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLG
1052497 or equivalent) or GC-LB. I Grade 2, Category LB (GM Part No.
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109)
Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Part
No. 1052349) or equivalent white grease.
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
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lndex
Accessory Power Outlet ................... 84
Adding Brake Fluid
............................. 201. 227
Electrical Equipment
........ .60. 117 . 2 19
Engine Coolant
.......... 167.197.224. 227
Engine Oil
.............................. 190. 224
Power Steering Fluid
..... 199.225. 227
Sound Equipment
.......................... 11 7
Transaxle Fluid
.............. 195. 224. 227
Windshield Washer Fluid
...... 200. 227
Air Bag Readiness Light
..................... 27
Air Bags
............................................... 26
Air Cleaner
............................... 194. 226
Air Conditioner
................................ 11 1
Air Inflator System ............................. 85
Alcohol. Driving Under the
Influence
of ..................................... 132
Alcohol in Gasoline
.......................... 183
Aluminum Wheels .................... 21 1. 216
Antenna
............................................ 129
Anti-Lock
.......................................... 135
Anti-Lock Brake System
................... 135
Brake Master Cylinder ................... 201
Junction Block Fuse
...................... 222
Warning Light
................................ 104
Appearance Care
.............................. 212
Adjusting
Rear Seats
.......................... 17
Antifreeze
......................... 197. 224. 227
Ashtrays and Lighter
.................... 89. 90 Audio
Systems
.................................. 117
AM/FM Stereo Radio
.................... 1 19
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Compact
Disc Player
..................................... 124
Care
of Audio Systems .................. 128
Setting the Clock
........................... 117
Steering Wheel Touch Controls
.... 127
Adding Fluid
.................. 197. 225. 227
Checking Fluid
............................... 195
Shifting
............................................. 62
Battery
............................................ 203
Jump Starting
................................. 158
Battery Warning Gage ...................... 103
Blizzard
............................................. 149
Brake Cassette
Player
...................... 120. 122
Radio Reception. For the Best
...... 128
Automatic Transaxle
(( Blowout. .. Tire ................................ 172
Adjustment
.................................... 202
Anti-Lock Brakes
.......................... 135
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Light
............................................ 104
Fluid
....................................... 201. 227
Parking
............................................. 65
Pedal Travel
................................... 202
Rear
Drums .................................... 202
Junction
Block Fuse
...................... 222
Master Cylinder
............................. 201 Warning Light
................................ 103
Wear Indicators
............................. 202
Brake System Warning Light
........... 103
Braking
............................................. 134
Braking in Emergencies
................... 138
Braking Technique
........................... 134
“Break.1n.
.. New Vehicle ............. 57. 152
Bucket Seats. Removable Rear
.......... 15
Buckling Up (see
Safety Belts)
Bulb Replacement
Headlight
....................................... 203
Taillight
.......................................... 204
Bulbs, Replacement
.......................... 228
Capacities
81 Specifications ............ 224
Carbon Monoxide in
Exhaust
...................... 57, 68. 150. 154
Cassette Tape Player
(see
Audio Systems )
Center Passenger Position
(see
Safety Belts)
Chains. Safety ................................... 154
Chains. Tire
.............................. 179, 212
Changing a Flat Tire
......................... 172
Checking
Brake Fluid
.................................... 201
Engine Coolant
.............................. 197
Engine Oil ...................................... 190
Power Steering Fluid
..................... 199
Safety Belt Systems
......................... 41
.
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